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KM12 NTE

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,349 mi
Last recorded105,349 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM12 NTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 105,349 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 100,864 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 95,625 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 90,907 miles

full under trays fitted

long park brake travel

Pass 24 Feb 2021 85,647 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Feb 2021 85,646 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 81,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 70,405 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 70,405 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2018 55,201 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 38,321 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges of tread

Pass 2 Mar 2016 19,408 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 15,532 miles

Deep cut on outer wall of N/S/F tyre.

Fail 12 May 2015 15,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Deep cut on outer wall of N/S/F tyre.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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KM12 NTE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 71,143 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KM12 NTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KM12 NTE?

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What year was KM12 NTE registered?

KM12 NTE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is KM12 NTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM12 NTE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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